MacKenzie Scott and the Rise of Post-Divorce Philanthropy
Insights for High Asset Clients MacKenzie Scott, a novelist and philanthropist who was formerly married to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, has become a beacon of transformative philanthropy following her highly publicized divorce in 2019 after 25 years of marriage to the Amazon founder. Her remarkable approach to giving away her substantial wealth has not only […]
Everything You Need to Know about North Carolina’s Updated Child Support Guidelines for 2023
In 2022 the Conference of Chief District Judges were tasked with assessing the North Carolina Child Support Guidelines and determining what, if any, updates were needed. These updates to the child support laws must occur no less than every four (4) years by obtaining input from Judges, lawyers, and the public. Specifically, the 2023 Guidelines […]
How to Prepare for a Consultation with a Family Law Attorney
What Should You Expect from Your Consultation? The anticipation of a family law consultation can be stressful and nerve-wracking. It is a very real and potentially scary first step in the separation and divorce process. Knowing what to prepare for can help alleviate any anxiety you may feel regarding this process. The purpose of an […]
Revenge Porn: What You Need to Know
“Revenge porn”, as it is most frequently referred to, has seen increased media attention in the past few weeks with the release of a new Netflix docuseries as well as a renewed push for federal legislation to provide victims with federal civil recourse. The term “revenge porn” refers to the nonconsensual image sharing of nude […]
Boyfriend Loophole – What You Need to Know
The “boyfriend loophole” has seen renewed discussion in recent weeks. But what does the “boyfriend loophole” actually mean, and how can this impact victims of domestic violence? In laymen’s terms, while there are currently legal protections in place for victims of domestic violence, they mainly apply to those who have been married to or have […]